THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE FOR YOUNG READERS!Unlock the door to the past with History's Unsolved Mysteries, a fascinating journey through time to investigate the world's most perplexing puzzles.History's Unsolved Mysteries will transport your young Indiana Jones to:The grandeur of the ancient world, where you'll marvel at the Great Pyramid of Giza, the mysterious heads of Easter Island, and the submerged secrets of Atlantis.The medieval era, home to enigmas like the Green Children of Woolpit, the secretive Knights Templar, and the bizarre Dancing Plague of 1518.The global wonders of our planet. From the mesmerizing Nazca Lines of Peru and the eerie Loch Ness in Scotland, to the Fairy Circles of Namibia, you'll traverse continents in pursuit of their secrets.The mysteries of the modern age, investigating the interstellar Wow! Signal, the top secret Area 51, and the vanishing acts at the Bermuda Triangle.Each chapter is a thrilling exploration that combines factual information, legends, and theories, then ends with the latest scientific conclusions, allowing readers to join in the investigation of these enduring mysteries. It's an exhilarating blend of history, mystery, and cutting-edge science.History's Unsolved Mysteries is more than a book - it's a journey of discovery that captivates, excites, and inspires. This passport to the world's greatest enigmas will fuel the imagination and inspire young minds to question, explore, and uncover truths.Embark on this adventure today. Unearth buried truths, decode cryptic clues, and blaze your own trail of discovery. The secrets of history are waiting to be unveiled.Dive into History's Unsolved Mysteries, and let the adventure begin! Read more

From the brains behind Brain Quest comes the 2nd edition of the revolutionary U.S. history study guide. Updated to include recent history and revised to reflect a more complete, balanced recounting of historical events.   Big Fat Notebooks offer the support of a knowledgeable teacher in the form of an approachable peer—the notes of smartest kid in class. Everything You Need to Ace U.S. History in One Big Fat Notebook is the same indispensable resource so many students depend on, updated with new and improved content covering Indigenous history in the U.S., the legacies of slavery, exploration, colonization, and imperialism, and significant current events through 2022, including the COVID-19 pandemic, political protests,, the most recent presidential election, and historic nominations to the Supreme Court. It will be the cutting-edge reference for students as education styles shift toward this informed approach to history.   The Big Fat Notebooks meet Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and state history standards, and are vetted by National and State Teacher of the Year Award–winning teachers. They make learning fun, and are the perfect next step for every kid who grew up on Brain Quest. Read more

Everything Teenagers Need To Navigate The Complexities Of Life In One Book!Wondering how to prepare your teenage children for adulthood?Want to help your teenagers gain valuable skills that will make them more confident and self-sufficient?Presenting "Everything Teen Boys Should Know: 100+ Essential Life Skills, Strategies, And Insider Tips For Thriving In Your Teenage Years"!Life is tough enough, and getting ready to face its challenges as soon as possible is the key to building and sustaining a well-balanced and fulfilling routine. Teenage years are crucial for this purpose, as teenagers are old enough to understand the world surrounding them but don't have the experience and knowledge of adults yet.This eye-opening life skills book for boys comes with everything teenagers need to figure out who they are, what they believe in, and how they can grow into thriving adults. From valuable life lessons to essential life-changing strategies, the book aims to equip teenagers with the tips and skills necessary to survive life's pleasant and unpleasant surprises.By the end of this insightful teenage book, your boys will be able to:Build Independence, Become More Confident In Their Strengths & Get Ready To Face Anything In LifeLearn How To Set The Foundation For A Thriving Career, Cultivate Long-Lasting Bonds With Others & Create A Balanced Adult LifeGain Valuable Skills In Multiple Fields, Including Practicing Self-Care, Defining Their Core Values, Discover How To Become Socially Active Individuals & MoreMaster More Essential Skills Like Money Management, Problem Solving, Decision Making & Communication"There Are Hundreds Of Books For Teen Boys Out There. Why Should I Choose This One?”Unlike other books filled with unnecessary advice or empty words, this book comes with over 100 vital life skills, must-have strategies, and helpful tips to empower your teenagers and set them up for current and future success.Don't Hesitate!Scroll Up, Click "Add To Cart" NOW & Invest In Your Teenagers' Future - Starting Today! Read more

On the surface, you see a highly sensitive and irritable teenager. But look closer, and you will notice a kid showing signs of emotional distress.Research shows that modern teenagers—our beloved Gen Zers—experience similar stress levels as adults. However, unlike adults who have been exposed to various coping mechanisms, young people are often confused about ways to cope with stress.Now more than ever, parents are stepping up and teaching their teens how to psychologically equip themselves for modern challenges. After all, we can’t leave it up to school teachers or social media influencers to prepare our children for the world!But as much as teens need the support, they desire to work through their problems, at their own pace, in their own time.The combination of psychotherapy and self-directed learning is an effective way for teenagers to learn about healthy coping strategies, in their own time, in the comfort of their bedrooms.Without any external pressure, teens are able to study and practice various mind and body techniques and create their own toolkits of useful skills to manage stress and anxiety.The Teens' Workbook to Self-Regulate is a valuable resource that introduces modern teenagers to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a form of psychotherapy created to develop emotional regulation and behavioral modification skills.The workbook is broken down into two parts: cognitive techniques and behavioral techniques, and provides teens with exercises that reinforce the following skills:Understanding the impact of negative thinking in shaping beliefs, motivations, and worldviews.Learning how to identify, describe, and manage strong emotions without hurting themselves or others.Finding healthy alternative strategies to cope with stress and anxiety without succumbing to urges.Knowing how and when to stop, breathe, and return to a normal state when feeling overwhelmed.These skills—and many more—are taught over 42 age-appropriate exercises, which are designed to help teens between the ages of 13 and 19 reflect on their personal life experiences and examine their own thoughts and behaviors.The workbook will not only serve as a companion for your child during stressful life events but will also help them prepare for future challenges that require mental and emotional resilience.So, what are you still waiting for? Make an investment in your teen’s mental health, and get yourself a copy of The Teens' Workbook to Self-Regulate, today! Read more

The young adult adaptation of the acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestseller Just Mercy--now a major motion picture starring Michael B. Jordan, Jaime Foxx, and Brie Larson and the subject of an HBO documentary feature!In this very personal work--adapted from the original #1 bestseller, which the New York Times calls "as compelling as To Kill a Mockingbird, and in some ways more so"--acclaimed lawyer and social justice advocate Bryan Stevenson offers a glimpse into the lives of the wrongfully imprisoned and his efforts to fight for their freedom.Stevenson's story is one of working to protect basic human rights for the most vulnerable people in American society--the poor, the wrongly convicted, and those whose lives have been marked by discrimination and marginalization. Through this adaptation, young people of today will find themselves called to action and compassion in the pursuit of justice. Proceeds of this book will go to charity to help in Stevenson's important work to benefit the voiceless and the vulnerable as they attempt to navigate the broken U.S. justice system. Read more

Calm your mind and find your best self with 10-minute mindfulness exercises for teens Learn how to use mindfulness, or the ability to be fully aware in the present moment, to reduce everyday stress. Mindfulness for Teens in 10 Minutes a Day shows you how to take control of your feelings and focus your attention with short, simple mindfulness activities. Discover a wide variety of mindfulness techniques that will fit easily into your routine and help you thrive in every area of life. These engaging exercises show you how to find peace in the face of stress, improve relationships with friends and family, boost your self-esteem, and increase your focus to help you succeed at school and work. This book about mindfulness for teens includes: Short practice, big benefits—Take just a few minutes each day to find calm, focus, reconnect with your emotions, and respond to challenging situations.Exercises for going deeper—Find suggestions for connecting more deeply with each activity, including journal prompts and meditations for further reflection.Breathing techniques—Learn three key breathwork techniques to help you relax, reduce anxiety, and energize your body. Improve focus, reduce stress, and be fully present with help from Mindfulness for Teens in 10 Minutes a Day. Read more

Drawing from her experiences as an Indigenous scientist, botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer demonstrated how all living things―from strawberries and witch hazel to water lilies and lichen―provide us with gifts and lessons every day in her best-selling book Braiding Sweetgrass. Adapted for young adults by Monique Gray Smith, this new edition reinforces how wider ecological understanding stems from listening to the earth’s oldest teachers: the plants around us. With informative sidebars, reflection questions, and art from illustrator Nicole Neidhardt, Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults brings Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the lessons of plant life to a new generation. Read more

Take charge of your emotions, take charge of your life! Now fully revised and updated, this workbook offers proven-effective dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills to help you find emotional balance and live the life you want.Let’s face it: life gives you plenty of reasons to get angry, sad, scared, and frustrated—and those feelings are okay. But sometimes it can feel like your emotions are taking over, spinning out of control with a mind of their own. To make matters worse, these overwhelming emotions might be interfering with school, causing trouble in your relationships, and preventing you from reaching your goals and enjoying your teen years.Now a teen self-help classic, Don’t Let Your Emotions Run Your Life for Teens has already helped thousands of teens take charge of their emotions using proven-effective dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills. This fully revised and updated second edition provides even more strategies for managing difficult feelings, and includes new information on how to accept your emotions, body-based practices for finding calm, and tips to help you identify the things in life that make you feel happy and fulfilled.This book offers easy techniques to help you:Stay calm and mindful in times of crisisEffectively manage out-of-control emotionsReduce the pain of intense emotionsGet along with family and friends   If you’re ready to take control of your emotions, be the best version of you, and reach your goals, this workbook has everything you need to get started today. Read more

Identify dragons in the wild with the Dracopedia Field Guide! Have you ever stumbled upon a dragon egg and thought to yourself, "I wonder which type of scaly beast will burst forth from this delicate and dappled shell?" Well, wonder no more. This fantasy field guide is required reading--and required packing--for both budding and expert dragon enthusiasts. Don’t leave home without it. This comprehensive and elucidating manual identifies the dragons of the world from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae. Each genus of dragon is meticulously chronicled--from winged Coatyls and Sea Orcs to itty, bitty Feydragons to fire-breathing Great Dragons--then broken down into additional subsets to help you discover what sets these magnificent creatures apart. Uncover the biology, history, behavior and habitat of each stunning and primeval beast through written and illustrated descriptions. Each dragon specimen entry includes the following important information for fast and easy identification:   • Size   • Weight   • Visual descriptors, including color, distinguishing marks, wings, horns, beaks, etc.   • Habitat   • Diet   • Conservation status   • Common namesDracopedia: The gold standard for dragon enthusiasts everywhere! Read more

Sometimes everything sucks. This unique, illustrated guide will help you move past negative thoughts and feelings and discover what truly matters to you.If you struggle with negative thoughts and emotions, you should know that your pain is real. No one should try to diminish it. Sometimes stuff really does suck and we have to acknowledge it. Worry, sadness, loneliness, anger, and shame are big and important, but they can also get in the way of what really matters. What if, instead of fighting your pain, you realized what really matters to you—and put those things first in life? If you did that, maybe your pain wouldn’t feel so big anymore. Isn’t it worth a try?Stuff That Sucks offers a compassionate and validating guide to accepting emotions, rather than struggling against them. With this book as your guide, you’ll learn to prioritize your thoughts, feelings, and values. You’ll figure out what you care about the most, and then start caring some more! The skills you’ll learn are based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Yes, there are a few written exercises, but this isn’t a workbook. It’s a journey into the stuff that sucks, what makes that sucky stuff suck even more, and how just a few moments each day with the stuff that matters will ultimately transform the stuff that sucks into stuff that is just stuff. Make sense?Maybe you want to be more creative? Or maybe you simply want to do better in school or be a better friend? This book will show you how to focus on what you really care about, so that all that other sucky stuff doesn’t seem so, well, sucky anymore. Read more

As a teen girl, you are likely feeling pressure and stress from every direction. Having good, healthy relationships with friends you can count on makes all the difference. In this guide, psychologist and teen expert Lucie Hemmen offers ten tips to guide you toward creating and maintaining the social life you want. Even better, the real experts that make this guide special are older teen girls who have recently been where you are now—and have plenty to say about it. As you move through this fun and engaging guide, you will get a sense of who you are as a friend, appreciate authentic qualities you can share with others, and get moving toward expanding the quality and quantity of your social connections. Before you know it, small steps will lead to big changes and you will find yourself more confident, connected, and happy. Grounded in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), the ten tips guide you in developing yourself in both simple and significant ways. You will engage in thought-provoking exercises and take fun quizzes spaced between tips to get you thinking more deeply about yourself and others. If you’re ready to get going on your social life, this book will show you the way. Read more

It takes having the mindset of a winner to become a true champion.At the end of the day, it isn’t just talent. Many successful athletes got to where they are because they knew how to practice discipline. They knew how to handle failure, adapt, manage time, and work with groups. Most of all, they could handle themselves amidst tough competition.An advocate for sports-based youth development, author Michael McCree breaks down, step-by-step, exactly what it takes to gain control of success. In 10 easy-to-read chapters, he walks readers through how to set actionable goals, gain transferable skills, and overcome mental obstacles–things you should learn if you don’t want to strike out before you’ve even reached the plate.Anyone can train for talent and skill, but your lessons from sports will stay with you forever. Add a copy of The Undefeated Athlete: How to Be a Champion in Any Sport to your cart TODAY! Read more

Do you feel trapped by your own thoughts? Overwhelmed by social situations? Or do you want to navigate life with more ease as a neurodivergent individual? The truth is… We all have times when we feel out of sync with the world, but for those living with neurodivergence, this is a daily reality.The solution lies in understanding and harnessing the transformative power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).Mastering these skills will help you create “space” in your mind, enabling you to enjoy a sense of peace and happiness.With these tools, you'll be able to redefine your relationship with stress, anxiety, and social interactions, and that's what you'll learn in The Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook to Mastering DBT Skills.The goal of this book is simple: it will guide you through the processes, practices, and mindsets to clear the mental roadblocks that might be hindering your life journey.You will learn:4 core areas of DBT and how they apply to neurodivergenceTechniques to reframe your negative thoughtsStrategies to improve your social relationships and emotional controlThe importance of addressing distractions that cause anxietyA tailored approach to identifying what's important to youAn in-depth understanding of your neurodivergent mindThe power of mindfulness and emotional regulation (with practical techniques)How to set and achieve goals that align with your unique perspectiveAnd much more!This book is packed with exercises that will have a direct, positive impact on your mindset. Instead of just telling you what to do, it provides practical, science-backed strategies that can instigate real and long-lasting change when practiced regularly.Would you like to know more?Grab your copy now and start your journey towards a more balanced, emotionally regulated, and fulfilling life. Read more

This crucial, empowering, #1 New York Times bestselling exploration of racism—and antiracism—in America makes critical ideas accessible for teen readers, adapted from Ibram X. Kendi's National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning.This is NOT a history book.This is a book about the here and now. A book to help us better understand why we are where we are.A book about race. The construct of race has always been used to gain and keep power, to create dynamics that separate and silence. Racist ideas are woven into the fabric of this country, and the first step to building an antiracist America is acknowledging America's racist past and present. This book takes you on that journey, showing how racist ideas started and were spread, and how they can be discredited.  Through a gripping, fast-paced, and energizing narrative written by beloved award-winner Jason Reynolds with research from renowned author Ibram X. Kendi, Stamped shines a light on the many insidious forms of racist ideas—and on ways you can identify and stamp out racist thoughts, leading to a better future.   Download the free educator guide here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Stamped-Educator-Guide.pdfNow available for younger readers: Stamped (for Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You Read more

From managing social media stress to dealing with pandemics and other events beyond your control, this fully revised and updated edition of The Anxiety Workbook for Teens has the tools you need to put anxiety in its place.In our increasingly uncertain world, there are plenty of reasons for anyone to feel anxious. And as a teen, you’re also dealing with academic stress, social and societal pressures, and massive changes taking place in your body, brain, and emotions. The good news is that there are a lot of effective techniques you can use—both on your own and with the help of a therapist or counselor—to reduce your feelings of anxiety and keep them from taking over your life.Now fully revised and updated, this second edition of The Anxiety Workbook for Teens provides the most up-to-date strategies for calming fear, anxiety, and worry, so you can reach your goals and be your best. You’ll find new skills to help you handle school pressures and social media overload, develop a positive self-image, recognize your anxious thoughts, and stay calm in times of extreme uncertainty. The workbook also includes resources for seeking additional help and support if you need it.While working through the activities in this book, you’ll find tons of ways to help you manage your anxiety. Some of the activities may seem unusual at first. You may be asked to try doing things that are very new to you. Just remember—these are tools, intended for you to carry with you and use over and over throughout your life. The more you practice using them, the better you will become at managing anxiety.If you’re ready to change your life for the better and get your anxiety under control, this workbook can help you start today.In these increasingly challenging times, teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books for teens are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists. Read more

You aren’t what you think! For teens with negative thinking habits, a licensed psychologist and a health journalist offer cognitive restructuring—a simple and effective cognitive behavioral approach to help you break free from the nine most common negative thinking habits that typically result in feeling sad, worried, angry, and stressed.This workbook offers a powerful technique called cognitive restructuring to help you reframe your thoughts, regulate your emotions, become a more flexible thinker, and stop letting your thoughts define who you are and how you feel. You’ll learn to target the nine specific kinds of negative thinking habits that can cause you to worry or feel bad, such as the I can’t habit, the doom and gloom habit, the all or nothing habit, the jumping to conclusions habit, and more!Each chapter will walk you through simple explanations of each kind of negative thought, and offers real-life examples—as well as the sorts of behaviors, emotions, and bodily sensations that might be expected. You'll also gain an understanding of unhelpful or unrealistic thoughts, how to challenge them, how to replace them with more realistic and helpful thoughts, and an action plan for moving forward.By recognizing these negative thinking habits, you’ll feel more in control and less anxious and sad. Most importantly, you’ll be able to see yourself and the world more clearly. Your thoughts don’t have to define who you are and how you experience life. The transdiagnostic approach in this book will show you how to kick negative thinking habits to the curb for good!This book has been selected as an Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies Self-Help Book Recommendation—an honor bestowed on outstanding self-help books that are consistent with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles and that incorporate scientifically tested strategies for overcoming mental health difficulties. Used alone or in conjunction with therapy, our books offer powerful tools readers can use to jump-start changes in their lives. Read more

Bryan Stevenson's incredible fight to end mass incarceration, excessive punishment, and racial inequality comes to life in this young adult adaptation of the acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestseller that was adapted into a major motion picture starring Michael B. Jordan, Jaime Foxx, and Brie Larson.In this very personal work--adapted from the original #1 bestseller, which the New York Times calls "as compelling as To Kill a Mockingbird, and in some ways more so"--renowned lawyer and social justice advocate Bryan Stevenson offers a glimpse into the lives of the wrongfully imprisoned and his efforts to fight for their freedom as the founder of the Equal Justice Initiative.Stevenson's story is one of working to protect basic human rights for the most vulnerable people in American society--the poor, the wrongly convicted, and those whose lives have been marked by discrimination and marginalization. Through this adaptation, young people of today will find themselves called to action and compassion in the pursuit of justice. A portion of the proceeds of this book will go to charity to help in Stevenson's important work to benefit the voiceless and the vulnerable as they attempt to navigate the broken U.S. justice system.A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEARA BOOKLIST EDITORS' CHOICEFEATURED ON CBS THIS MORNINGA NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST BOOK OF THE YEARPRAISE FOR JUST MERCY: A TRUE STORY OF THE FIGHT FOR JUSTICE:"It's really exciting that young people are getting a version tailored for them." --Salon"A deeply moving collage of true stories. . . . This is required reading." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review"Compassionate and compelling, Stevenson's narrative is also unforgettable." --Booklist, starred reviewPRAISE FOR JUST MERCY: A STORY OF JUSTICE AND REDEMPTION:"Gripping. . . . What hangs in the balance is nothing less than the soul of a great nation." --DESMOND TUTU, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate"Important and compelling." --Pulitzer Prize-winning author TRACY KIDDER"Inspiring and powerful." --#1 New York Times bestselling author JOHN GRISHAM Read more

Over 7 billion people live on the earth, and 84 percent of them describe themselves as being religious. Few topics incite such passion as religion. What does that mean? Why are humans invested in ideas that may never be proved? Why has religion played such an important role in history?In Comparative Religion: Investigate the World through Religious Tradition, readers seek answers to these questions by comparing and contrasting the cultural, spiritual, and geographical underpinnings of five different religions. By developing a better understanding of the similarities and differences among religions of the world, readers gain a strong foothold in a dialogue that has continued for thousands of years.Combining hands-on activities with theology, history, geography, world cultures, art, and architecture, Comparative Religion encourages deeper understanding of the world’s religions. Entertaining graphic art, fascinating sidebars, and links to primary sources bring the topic to life, while key questions reaffirm foundational concepts.Activities include conducting an interview with a rabbi, comparing the story of Abraham and Isaac in three sacred texts, studying the architecture of the National Cathedral in Washington, DC, studying the Hindu practice of yoga and meditation, and examining how religious doctrines shape the behavior of believers. Read more

Vital Strategies Plus CBT Worksheets to Help Teens Manage Their Emotions and Overcome Teen Stressors.If you are a parent, then you know that teens these days have it far harder than you did.Statistics indicate that Americans aged 15 to 29 are the most stressed in the nation.Moreover, anxiety and depression affect around 70% of teens.Teens also struggle with specific skills such as anger management, starting and maintaining a conversation, and resolving conflicts peacefully.Some may have difficulties making social connections or meeting academic goals.“It’s always been that way,” you may say. Indeed, the brain doesn’t fully mature until you reach your mid-20s, which makes it harder to control impulses. This has always been the case.What has changed, however, is the barrage of online misinformation and pressure teens now face from social media and online use.Their idols are influencers, many of whom espouse shallow values and unrealistic expectations.Some have little interest in anything other than having “the perfect body,” designer clothes and jewelry, or fancy cars.Yet influencers represent a tiny minority of teens.Those wishing to succeed have a dramatically higher chance of doing so if they hone key emotional regulation and emotional intelligence skills—including expressing oneself assertively, time management, and conflict resolution.As a parent, you want to encourage your kids to have goals, without overwhelming them.You want to lend them a helping hand, but don’t know where to start. This practical, dynamic guide, featuring a plethora of CBT exercises, is here to help.Its aim is to allow your teen to work on their issues in their own time and at their own pace, in the comfort of their own home and without any external pressure. Within its pages they will discover:Practical, purposeful CBT exercises that create a positive feedback loop your teen can rely on when the going gets tough.How to challenge negative thoughts and stop cognitive distortions from leading them to poor decisions that are not based on evidence.How to reframe negative beliefs into positive ones, so they can boost their self-esteem and adopt a positive growth mindset.Fun behavioral experiments that will challenge them to exit their safety zone to get the results they desire.Powerful exercises for nipping stress and anxiety in the bud.Scientifically proven strategies that will enable them to strive in social situations—and give them the initiative to make plans and invite other teens along.How to allow their anger to lead them in the direction of positive change, without losing their cool.Worksheets that will motivate them to embrace productive thoughtswhen they are feeling depressed or down in the dumpsAnd much more.In case you think this book comprises just exercises, think again! It also explains the issues your teen child might be facing, with science-backed research to explain issues like impulsivity, emotional control, and anger.By reading this information before tackling exercises, your teen will understand that there are reasons behind their emotions. They are certainly not the only ones with hurdles to overcome.With the strategies contained in this book, however, they can overcome every obstacle and set goals for personal and academic success.If your teen is ready to discover how CBT can help them feel more positive and be more productive, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now. Read more

A New York Times bestseller with over 1.3 million copies sold! Only a few months ago, he was a successful executive. Now he’s a desperate man. Join David Ponder on an incredible journey to discover the Seven Decisions for success that can turn any life around, no matter how hopeless a situation seems.Forty-six-year-old David Ponder feels like a total failure. Once a high-flying executive in a Fortune 500 company, he now works a part-time, minimum wage job and struggles to support his family. Suddenly an even greater crisis hits: his daughter becomes ill, and he can’t even afford to get her the medical help she needs. When David’s car skids on an icy road, he wonders if he even cares to survive the crash.But an extraordinary experience awaits David Ponder. He suddenly finds himself traveling back in time, meeting leaders and heroes at crucial moments in their lives—from Abraham Lincoln to Anne Frank. As David speaks with each of these historical figures, they share their personal philosophies with him. By the time his journey is over, he has received seven secrets for success—and a second chance. Among these crucial decisions for success are:The buck stops here, and I am responsible for my past and my futureI will seek wisdom and be a servant to othersI will greet this day with a forgiving spirit, and I will forgive myselfToday I will choose to be happy and be the possessor of a grateful spiritThe message is simple: Life is about choices. While we have little control over the events that occur in our lives, success is determined by the choices we make daily. The Traveler’s Gift will challenge you, inspire you, and give you seven decisions that you can employ to determine your own personal success.Acclaim for The Traveler’s Gift:Good Morning America’s “Read This!” book selection for May 2003Hit the New York Times bestseller list and remained there for 17 weeksReached #5 on the New York Times Business Bestseller listWall Street Journal, USA Today, and Publisher’s Weekly bestsellerTranslated into nearly 20 languages, including Braille Read more